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CRI (COLOUR RENDERING INDEX)




              A value given to the quality of a light source with regards to how accurately   It is generally accepted that a CRI of >70Ra is good, which is suitable for many
              it can replicate colours compared to natural daylight. CRI is given as a value   installations, with >80Ra being very good, and more useful for general indoor lighting
              out of 100, and is stated as the Rendering Index (Ra).  and >90Ra being used in specialised locations, e.g. retail or very high-end hospitality.

              LEDs are generally available with a CRI of between 50Ra and 95Ra, with
              those in the lower end used for outdoor lighting, and those in the higher
              end used for professional photography.
























          LOW CRI                                              HIGH CRI



              RGB Vs RGBW



              Use RGB products to select vivid red, green or blue schemes or mix the   The addition of a white LED in RGBW products provides the option to create
              three together for even more colour options.     pastel shades and white in addition to the vivid red, green and blue colours.
                                                               RGBW can also be run on white, giving you the option of more natural lighting
                                                               when it is required. Choose from 2700K, 3000K and 4000K.


















          RGB                                                  RGBW



              DIALux




              Collingwood Lighting is pleased to announce that we have partnered with DIALux.
              DIALux is a free 3D lighting design software which provides fast and accurate calculations
              and detailed, realistic visualisations of designs.
              Our entire e-catalogue is available in our plug-in, giving you the freedom to select any
              product and add it to your virtual design. This will create an accurate representation of your
              lighting scheme before you get your hands dirty. Giving you the ability to get creative with
              your design and accomplish the perfect lighting scheme - with no regrets after installation.
              To download our plug-in visit collingwoodlighting.com and click on the DIALux logo.

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